Nipur - Delanga, Puri
Nipur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Singhberhampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nipur is 408566. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nipur
As per Census 2011, Nipur village has a total population of 1,033 people, consisting of 537 males and 496 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 859 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,033 | 537 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 859 | 460 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 77 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Nipur
Nipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandapara | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Majhibara | North | 0.90 km |
| Deranchi | West | 0.97 km |
| Singhbrahmapur Paschimbar | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Baratarada | North | 1.64 km |
| Basantapur | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Garamotari | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Singhaberahampur Purbabad | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Aragada | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Chainpur | South-East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nipur
Nipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Motari Halt, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Nipur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Nipur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nipur
Where is Nipur located?
Nipur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nipur is Singhberhampur.
What is the pincode of Nipur?
The pincode of Nipur is 752015.
What is the population of Nipur?
Nipur has a total population of 1,033, including 537 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Nipur?
There are 220 households in Nipur.
What is the literacy rate in Nipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nipur is 83.16%. Male literacy is 85.66% and female literacy is 80.44%.